Description
The Sara Stedy by Arjo is a sit to stand aid that helps a carer support a person to stand up and move a short distance, such as from bed to chair or chair to toilet. It’s used in homes, aged care, hospitals and disability support, and is designed to reduce the physical strain on carers.
How it works
The person places their feet on the footplate and their shins against the knee pad, then holds the handle and pulls themselves up to standing. Once they’re up, the seat paddles fold down behind them so they can sit while the carer wheels the Stedy to where they need to go.
Who is it for?
The Sara Stedy suits people who need help to stand but can bear some weight through their legs, hold on with at least one hand and have some trunk control. If more support is needed, consider the powered Sara Plus or a hoist. An occupational therapist or physiotherapist should assess the person first.
Standard or Compact?
Both sizes have a safe working load of 182 kg. Choose by the user’s height.
| Standard | Compact | |
|---|---|---|
| User height | 149–193 cm | 138–172 cm |
| Safe working load | 182 kg | 182 kg |
| Length | 920 mm | 890 mm |
| Height | 1050 mm | 960 mm |
| External width, legs open / closed | 880 / 490 mm | 880 / 490 mm |
| Internal width, legs open / closed | 750 / 360 mm | 750 / 360 mm |
Important information
- Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions and your organisation’s manual handling procedures.
- Check there’s enough room for the base to fit around beds, chairs and toilets, and to turn in doorways and hallways.
Read our full guide to the Sara Stedy sit to stand aid, see all transfer aids, or request a quote. NovitaTech is an NDIS registered provider, and our technicians offer repairs and maintenance.
